Namagashi: Delicious Japanese Sweets

Namagashi are a type of Japanese jelly-like sweets that are made into colourful shapes to evoke the changing seasons.

Reminiscences of Summer in Japan: Gion Matsuri

One of Japan's most famous festivals is held each year in July in the Gion district of Kyoto.

Japanese Garden at Horsforth Hall Park

Horsforth hall Park in Leeds is home to a small but interesting Japanese garden.

The Royal Armouries

The Oriental Gallery at the Royal Armouries in Leeds is host to a wealth of fascinating Japanese exhibits.

The Kyoto Garden at Holland Park

London's Holland Park hides a beautifully calm and lush Japanese garden in its midst.

Saturday, 19 November 2011

Japan Matsuri 2011 Photo Competition

Firstly apologies for leaving it so long before posting anything. I have been working on another project which, along with studying for my Japanese classes, is taking up most of my time.

Secondly last month I was very proud that one of my photographs won 3rd prize in the Japan Matsuri Photography competition.


This picture of a karate demonstration won me a cool Nikon Coolpix P300 and a mention on the Japan Matsuri website. Sadly I missed out on the amazing 1st prize of return flights to Japan but it was still cool!